How much does a train ticket from St. Louis to Charleston cost?

The average train ticket price from St. Louis to Charleston is $609. The best way to find train tickets from St. Louis to Charleston is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from St. Louis to Charleston?

A train trip between St. Louis and Charleston is around 1d 19h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 702 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between St. Louis and Charleston?

The number of trains from St. Louis to Charleston can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from St. Louis to Charleston by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from St. Louis to Charleston?

When taking the train from St. Louis to Charleston, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in Charleston?

Once in Charleston, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, Boone Hall Plantation, Splash Zone Waterpark At James Island County Park, Middleton Place, Charleston Food Tours.

Train St. Louis to Charleston from $317 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for St. Louis to Charleston on September 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 19h	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 19h	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 19h	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 19h	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags
8:10am	Gateway Station	1d 19h	4:48am	Charleston Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from St. Louis to Charleston.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $160	Average Duration20h 50m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$609 - $622	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 102kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from St. Louis to Charleston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Charleston. The journey takes about 20 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

20h 50mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest ticket

28kgCO₂ emissions

Train St. Louis to Charleston, SC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$609

Average train trip duration1d 19h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure8:10am

Distance695 miles (1120 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,475 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5475 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $609

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

St. Louis to Charleston Train

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Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Charleston you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between St. Louis and Charleston, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from St. Louis to Charleston while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

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Trains tickets from St. Louis to Charleston, SC, US